Benches to decorate hallways. How to choose the right one?

Decorating the hallway is not one of the easiest tasks there is. Due to the few square meters that these rooms usually have, it is often not easy to get the furniture and decorative accessories right. For this reason we want to help you give a different touch to your hallway by decorating it with a bench.

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A bench in a hallway is useful for two reasons: It allows you to sit down to change your shoes without having to balance and it provides you with extra storage space.

In addition to being practical, benches for hallways are very decorative. Especially if you accompany it with more elements such as coat racks,  mirrors or lamps. 

If you are a lover of the Nordic style, opt for a natural wood or  white one. Complement it with cushions or fur in neutral tones. This small detail will bring brightness to your entrance.

If you like industrial, choose a bench made of exposed wood and metal, with legs or large wheels, with storage space. This simple piece of furniture will bring personality and style to your room.

If you're more into the classic, dress your hallway with a bench with Provençal or Elizabethan lines. In light tones and combined with accessories that give it color. 

How to decorate and complement your bench?

There are many solutions you can use, they will depend in part on the space you have and the decorative style you want to use. Here are some ideas:

Complement your bench with a shoe cabinet next to it.

Use houseplants as a decorative element

Take advantage of the bottom of the bench to place some baskets of natural fibers.

Put a large rug at the foot of the bench, it will give warmth and make the space more cozy.

Complement the wall of the bench with a large mirror or compositions of paintings or coat racks.

Having a wooden bench as the center, you can achieve a simple and practical set with few elements. What do you think of the idea? Do you dare to decorate your hallway with a bench?

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